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2021 Chevrolet Malibu recall campaigns

2 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.

Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.

Data sources: NHTSA recalls retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). Complaints retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). These are automated source snapshots; confirm current VIN applicability with NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2 Recall campaigns
88 Complaints
1 Fire reports
0 Crash reports

Recall campaign details

Recall SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS #21V649000 Reported 20/08/2021

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.

Risk

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.

Recall SEATS #22V359000 Reported 19/05/2022

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

Risk

An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 88 NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu. Owner reports are not confirmed defect findings.

POWER TRAIN 26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 18
AIR BAGS 5
SUSPENSION 3
FUEL SYSTEM 2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
ENGINE 2

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu have?

2 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.

Do I have to pay to fix a Chevrolet recall?

Safety recall remedies are generally provided without charge for eligible affected vehicles. Eligibility and remedy availability depend on the campaign, including vehicle-age rules. Contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer with your VIN to confirm coverage and next steps.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists campaigns for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu model year. It does not confirm whether your VIN is affected or whether a repair is still needed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or contact Chevrolet. Recent and some older recalls may not appear in the VIN tool.

2021 Chevrolet Malibu crash ratings All recalls

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